Gaanlibah
| Gaanlibah | |
|---|---|
| Archaeological site | |
| Country |
 Somalia |
| Region | Woqooyi Galbeed |
| District | Hargeisa |
| Time zone | EAT (UTC+3) |
Gaanlibah is an archaeological site in the northwestern Woqooyi Galbeed region of Somalia.
Overview
Gaanlibah is situated in the Hargeisa District, not far from Laas Geel and around 100 km east of the provincial capital Hargeisa. The site features a number of caves adorned with rock art of animals and other figures. As no major archaeological excavation has been conducted here, the Gaanlibah paintings are of uncertain origin, purpose and date.[1][2]
See also
Notes
- ↑ Hodd, Michael (1994). East African Handbook. Trade & Travel Publications. p. 640. ISBN 0844289833.
- ↑ Ali, Ismail Mohamed (1970). Somalia Today: General Information. Ministry of Information and National Guidance, Somali Democratic Republic. p. 295.
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